Winter Dress

Gallery: LandscapePosted April 23, 2016193 views8 comments

Ok, enough rock... we need some trees! angel

And of course I have no shortage of them. Here is another from my early February visit to Yosemite Valley. As with some earlier posted images, it's snowing in this image. More noticeable in the larger view.

I've photographed this particular tree many times over the years and in all seasons. I welcome your comments, critiques and suggestions.

Thanks!

Nikon 800E
Tamron 24-135mm @95mm
f/11 @ 1/60th iso 100

Comments

8 comments

Comment posted by Vance Gese on April 23, 2016 at 8:08 PM

Graceful elegance, Lon, without a doubt. Love the dark, curved limbs of the tree arcing up from the lower right corner, with the touch of snow on the branches enhancing the graphic beauty of the image. Also really like the subtle texture of the falling snow, seen best in the larger image. Never tire of these stunning images from your numerous excursions to Yosemite in all seasons, and this one is a signature image in my opinion. Exquisite.

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Comment posted by gary phillips on April 23, 2016 at 8:37 PM

Very nice, Lon. I can see why this is one of your favorites. The snow highlights the tracery and just enough color to round out the image. Beautiful.

Registered on October 24, 2013, 185 Posts, 4136 Comments

Comment posted by scott lanz on April 23, 2016 at 9:15 PM

Outstanding, Lon. Love the form and the overall mood. To me, the image is a pinch bit dark, but this helps the moody feel. devil

Registered on November 14, 2003, 840 Posts, 12902 Comments

Comment posted by Eva McDermott on April 24, 2016 at 10:59 AM

You really need to see the large version to appreciate all the subtle beauty and details of this image Lon. I especially love the remnants of autumn leaves and the sweeping graceful limbs of tree embracing the snowy background.

Registered on January 4, 2009, 1015 Posts, 13229 Comments

Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on April 24, 2016 at 2:57 PM

This is wonderful, Lon. As many times as we have looked at this gorgeous oak, it never fails to delight. The graceful arc of the branches, the snow, along with the nice detail and the subtle reds of the remaining leaves are nicely tied together. Great work, sir!

--P

Registered on November 1, 2003, 471 Posts, 5188 Comments

Comment posted by Harley Goldman on April 25, 2016 at 5:59 PM

Nice take on this tree. I don't think I have seen this tree before. sad

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on April 26, 2016 at 9:52 AM

The snow laden branches are a real delight especially with that vague sense of mist and falling snow in the background.

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Comment posted by Dave Dillemuth on April 27, 2016 at 1:03 PM

This is superb, Lon. I've seen quite a few of your Yosemite oak images but this has to be my favorite. I love the monochromatic look under the soft light. Reminds me of a Chinese painting. The hint of color from the rust colored leaves add a wonderful contrast. Comp. is excellent with the graceful curves of the branches prominent. Gorgeous as presented and cant come up with any suggestions.

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